Lamar opened the scoring in the seventh minute and relied on a disciplined defense to secure a 1-0 road win over Southeastern Louisiana. The victory keeps the Cardinals alone atop the Southland Conference standings, three points ahead of Houston Christian and UIW.

By the Numbers
  • Record: 9-2-4 overall, 6-1-1 in conference play.
  • Lamar has recorded 7 shutouts this season; the win was the 40th under coach Nathan Kogut.
  • Keely Thomas made 4 saves for her 5th shutout of the season.
  • Lamar had 10 shots, including 5 on goal; Southeastern Louisiana took 8 shots.
Yes, But

Southeastern threatened to tie the game, including a late open-net chance, but Riley Wilson cleared the ball off the line with 10 minutes remaining.

What's Next

Lamar visits Houston Christian on Sunday, Nov. 1, at 3:30 p.m. The match will stream on ESPN+.

Bottom Line

Lamar’s defense turned an early goal into a crucial conference win—and kept the Cardinals in sole control of first place.